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Minerals
- Quartz
- Talc
- Gypsum
- Diamond
Explanation:
Quartz – A hard silica mineral (SiO2) common in rocks.
Talc – The softest mineral (Mohs 1), magnesium silicate used in powders.
Gypsum – A soft sulfate mineral (Mohs 2) used in plaster and drywall.
Diamond – The hardest natural material, a form of carbon used in jewelry and tools.
Talc – The softest mineral (Mohs 1), magnesium silicate used in powders.
Gypsum – A soft sulfate mineral (Mohs 2) used in plaster and drywall.
Diamond – The hardest natural material, a form of carbon used in jewelry and tools.
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